Building Automation Data Center Project Manager

Location: Columbus, OH Region
Territory: Active project sites within approximately a 100 to 150-mile radius of Columbus, OH
Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Compensation & Rewards

• Annual base salary of $110,000 to $175,000
• Project completion bonuses
• Company vehicle
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays

About the Client

The Client specializes in Building Automation Systems (BAS), Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS), controls integration, and mission-critical infrastructure projects. The company supports complex data center and industrial projects throughout the United States, delivering quality, consistency, and operational excellence.

Position Overview

The Client is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead controls and mission-critical infrastructure projects throughout the Columbus region.

This is a field-based leadership position responsible for managing projects from startup through turnover. The Project Manager will direct field personnel, subcontractors, vendors, and project activities across active construction sites.

Successful candidates will have a strong background in construction operations, field leadership, project execution, and team management. This individual will maintain an active field presence, lead teams, solve problems, coordinate stakeholders, and drive projects from kickoff through closeout.

Projects are typically located within a 100 to 150-mile radius of Columbus. Candidates must be comfortable working from active project sites as required.

What You'll Do

• Lead controls and data center construction projects from startup through turnover
• Direct field technicians, foremen, subcontractors, and vendors
• Establish daily and weekly priorities for field teams
• Manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and performance
• Coordinate manpower, material procurement, and resource allocation
• Review contracts, drawings, specifications, and project requirements
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, billing, and documentation
• Track project risks, resolve field issues, and drive timely decisions
• Conduct regular jobsite walks and manage field execution
• Support commissioning, startup, and turnover activities
• Maintain safety, quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction
• Use Procore and other project management tools to maintain project visibility

You'll Be a Great Fit If You Have Experience In

• Electrical or industrial construction project management
• Data center or mission-critical construction
• Controls, automation, or Building Automation Systems
• Managing field technicians, foremen, and subcontractors
• Electrical, low-voltage, or systems integration projects
• Coordinating schedules, manpower, procurement, and field execution
• Leading projects through commissioning and turnover

Relevant Professional Backgrounds

• Electrical Project Manager
• Assistant Project Manager ready for the next step
• Controls Project Manager
• Industrial Construction Project Manager
• Electrical Superintendent transitioning into project management
• Construction Manager
• Mission-Critical Construction Project Manager
• Building Automation or BMS Project Manager
• Data Center Construction Project Manager

The ideal candidate will enjoy leading field teams, solving construction challenges, coordinating multiple stakeholders, and taking ownership of project execution.

Required Qualifications

• Five or more years of construction project management experience within electrical, controls, industrial, manufacturing, mission-critical, or similar environments
• Experience managing direct field labor, subcontractors, and active construction projects
• Experience managing schedules, budgets, forecasting, procurement, and customer relationships
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods
• Experience with RFIs, submittals, change orders, pay applications, and cost tracking
• Experience using Procore or similar construction management software
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational abilities
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel throughout the region

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with BAS, BMS, or Electrical Power Monitoring Systems
• Experience managing data center, mission-critical, industrial, or electrical projects
• Experience supporting commissioning and startup activities
• Experience with Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar scheduling software
• Knowledge of controls, low-voltage systems, or industrial automation

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Project completion bonus opportunities
• Company vehicle
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Career advancement opportunities
• Exposure to large-scale data center and mission-critical projects

Work Environment

• Primarily field-based role supporting active construction projects
• Daily interaction with technicians, foremen, subcontractors, customers, and stakeholders
• Frequent presence on data center and industrial jobsites
• Regular use of Procore, project management software, and mobile technology
• Fast-paced environment with multiple project priorities
• Regional travel based on project requirements

Why Join the Client?

The Client gives Project Managers the autonomy and trust required to lead successfully. You will have direct ownership of project execution while working alongside experienced field leaders, technical specialists, and operational leadership.

This position provides the opportunity to contribute to complex controls, data center, and mission-critical infrastructure projects. If you enjoy leading teams, resolving field challenges, and delivering successful project outcomes, we would like to hear from you.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The Client is unable to provide employment visa sponsorship for this position.